Privacy Policy
Last updated: 3/13/2025
Introduction
TownVitals ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to transparency and protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our tap water quality monitoring platform.
Information We Use
Our platform primarily works with the following types of data:
Public Water Quality Data
We aggregate and display publicly available tap water quality data from the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), CDC's Water Fluoridation Reporting System, and state water quality databases.
Usage Analytics
We collect basic analytics about how our platform is used to improve the service and user experience.
Search Queries
We temporarily store search queries for states, towns, and water systems to provide search functionality.
How We Use Information
We use the information to:
- Present tap water quality data in an accessible format
- Track and display water quality violations and fluoridation status
- Monitor serious violators and water safety concerns
- Generate aggregated statistics about drinking water quality trends
Data Sources
Our tap water quality data comes from official government sources, including:
- EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- CDC's Water Fluoridation Reporting System
- State water quality agencies
- Public water system compliance reports
Data Updates
We regularly update our environmental data to reflect the latest available information from our sources. The frequency of updates depends on when new data is released by government agencies.
Your Rights
As our platform primarily uses public data, you have the right to:
- Access all public environmental data we display
- Request information about our data sources
- Report inaccuracies in the displayed data
- Opt out of analytics collection
Data Accuracy
While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, our platform should not be used as the sole source for critical decisions about environmental health. Always consult your local water utility and health authorities for the most current information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as we expand our coverage to new states and add new environmental health metrics. Any significant changes will be announced on our platform.
Contact Us
For questions about our privacy practices or to report data inaccuracies, please contact us at: